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A judge has blocked the change to Duration of Status rule. DHS has appealed. Here's what happens next.

What is the Visa Bulletin and why is it such a big deal? Learn more about this key immigration resource and find out what you can expect from the new fiscal year (2027) starting October 1st.

In the path to an EB-1A, the "leading or critical role" can be a difficult criterion to win. But it's not impossible. Find out how to position your profile for this criterion in this latest segment of our ongoing EB-1A series.

A prevailing wage protects local wage benchmarks and promotes fair competition among contractors, local residents, and immigrants. But there's more that goes into this determination than most people think. Learn what a prevailing wage is and how it works in this Q&A from Waypoint Immigration.

If you missed the H-1B lottery, all is not lost. There are still options available if you're willing to broaden your strategy. Watch the full video series now.

Now that summer is in full swing, it’s not unusual to see an uptick in family-based immigration applications as more couples look to tie the knot. The process itself is relatively straightforward in theory: choose your visa (fiancé or spouse?), follow the steps, and pay attention to timelines. But as with everything else related to immigration, that look of simplicity can be misleading. Here's what you need to know.

The Modernization Rule updated H-1B guidelines, giving entrepreneurs some much-needed new freedom. Are you still operating under the old rules (and working with an outdated strategy)? Here's what you need to know.

As part of our ongoing EB-1A series, we are walking through the ten criteria you can use to build your submission profile. For this round, we will explore one of the more ambiguous categories on the list: memberships.

Explore your options when immigration caps are reached. Understand how immigration caps affect visas and discover legal pathways to stay in the U.S.

As USCIS continues to change the way it evaluates EB-1A petitions, applicants are finding it harder to anticipate what a "successful petition" might look like. In this first installment of our EB-1A series, we're looking at criterion #4: Judging the Work of Others. What does it mean? What does it require? Find out here.

USCIS appears to be applying a new, unofficial version of the National Waiver Standard. Here's how we move forward.

Proving that you're "well-positioned" to pursue nationally-important work is becoming harder to prove | Adobe By Amber Davis, Principal Attorney at Waypoint Immigration USA, and Kate Luther The National Interest Waiver (NIW) has been an integral part of the U.S. immigration pathway since the 90s. Designed to streamline immigration for immigrants who brought significant benefit to the U.S. but fell through the cracks of the complex legal immigration system, the NIW removes the

A federal court is pushing back on the "Final Merits" step. Learn how it could affect your EB-1A petition.

Explore how executives and managers can leverage the EB-1C visa to secure U.S. permanent residency. Learn the key qualifications, timing strategies, and advantages that make this green card pathway ideal for global business leaders.

A sharp rise in EB-2 NIW RFEs under recent policy shifts shows growing scrutiny, but strong, well-prepared petitions continue to secure approvals.

When Health and Immigration Intersect — How Medical Issues Can Affect Your U.S. Journey

Layoffs hit H-1B visa holders especially hard, as they face just 60 days to find new employment or risk losing their status.

s you celebrate this milestone, remember that while there's no need to rush, understanding the EB-2 NIW process now can help you lay the groundwork for a smooth path to success after your PhD.

The Gold Card, long anticipated, was officially mandated by an Executive Order on September 18, 2025, instructing the U.S. government to develop this new option for high net worth individuals.

For EB-1A applicants, meeting three of the ten criteria—like awards, publications, or contributions—isn’t enough on its own. Success depends on the strength of the overall case, not just checking boxes.